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Toe deformities are a condition that can affect both walking comfort and daily activities. Crooked toes are not only an aesthetic issue but also cause pain, abrasions, corns, and limited foot function. At the Paley European Institute, we know how to straighten crooked toes, and we also offer comprehensive treatment for developmental conditions […]

Achilles tendon lengthening in children is a procedure that can significantly improve foot function, reduce muscle tension, and enable proper gait development. Deformities or contractures of the Achilles tendon occur in children as a result of congenital defects, neurological syndromes, and orthopedic conditions such as clubfoot. Thanks to precise diagnostic methods, it is possible to determine when Achilles tendon lengthening […]

Table of Contents: What is osseointegration and when is it considered? Patients with difficulties using socket prostheses Individuals with pain and skin issues Patients with anatomical challenges Individuals with limited mobility and low exercise tolerance Scope of application – what types of amputations does it cover? Who is not eligible for the procedure? The importance of informed patient consent An individualized approach to […]

The completion of surgery is merely the first step in the recovery process, and the key to success lies in strictly adhering to rehabilitation protocols and ensuring proper biological integration of the bone with the implant. At the Paley European Institute, this process is precisely planned to safely guide the patient from the first days after surgery until they regain full independence. The first few days […]

Modern regenerative and orthopedic medicine is increasingly turning to solutions that, just a decade ago, seemed like the stuff of science fiction. One of the most groundbreaking fields is osseointegration—a method that redefines the concept of a “prosthesis” and restores lost dignity and mobility to amputees. Jacek […] discusses what the process of returning to a life free of pain and limitations looks like.

Modern reconstructive surgery is striving toward a goal that seemed impossible just a few decades ago: the complete symbiosis of humans and technology. At the Paley European Institute (PEI), this vision is becoming a reality thanks to the osseointegration program led by Dr. Karolina Siwicka, MD. As one of the few specialists in the world, Dr. Siwicka combines the craftsmanship of an orthopedic surgeon with cutting-edge knowledge […]